Delhi and the surrounding cities, such as Noida, Gurugram, and Ghaziabad, experienced heavy fog on Wednesday morning, with visibility in some places being less than half a metre. For dense to heavy fog in Delhi-NCR, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert.
26 trains delayed
Train services have also been impacted; the fog caused 26 trains to be delayed. Trains such as the Mahabodhi Express, Gorakhdham Express, and Vaishali Express experienced delays ranging from 60 minutes to more than five hours.
One hundred flights are delayed at IGI Airport
Flights have also been delayed due to fog and poor visibility and passengers at Delhi airport are facing problems. “We’re keeping a close watch on the weather and doing our best to get you where you need to be safely and smoothly,” a statement issued by IndiGo airlines read.
Delhi’s current temperature
The cold wave is affecting Delhi. At 5:30 AM on Wednesday, Delhi reported a temperature of 10°C, which was marginally higher than the 9°C low that was forecast. The maximum temperature was expected to reach 19°C
Is it becoming colder in Delhi more than Prayagraj?
While Delhi reports a drop in temperature, Prayagraj and other northern Indian cities are experiencing extreme cold. The dip in temperature this year has had a significant impact on public transportation in Delhi.
What to do if your flight or train is delayed
Since North India is one of the most preferred tourist destinations especially in winter, in case of delays in trains; one can always wait in the waiting rooms that are available on the Railway station’s platform. If flights are delayed, passengers may take a break and explore more about the city
